Mayonnaise Chicken Salad Recipe
Chicken Salad with Yogurt and Mayonnaise
This light yet satisfying chicken salad is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can come together to create a dish that is both refreshing and full of flavor. It combines tender chicken breast with creamy yogurt and mayonnaise, balanced by sweet vegetables and topped with a drizzle of spiced oil. The result is a salad that works beautifully as a starter, side dish, or even a light main course.
Unlike many heavy chicken salads, this recipe uses yogurt as the base, which makes it fresher and easier to digest. The spicy oil drizzle adds a final touch of color and warmth, making the dish look as inviting as it tastes.
Tips and Serving Suggestions
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For extra freshness, you can replace canned vegetables with lightly steamed peas and carrots.
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A sprinkle of chopped dill or parsley makes a lovely garnish.
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This salad pairs perfectly with warm pita bread or toasted baguette slices.
This chicken salad with yogurt and spicy oil is quick, nourishing, and guaranteed to impress guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- Half of a chicken breast,
- 1 cup canned peas and carrots,
- 1 cup plain yogurt,
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise,
- 1 clove of garlic, chopped,
- Salt to taste.
For topping;
- 3 tbsps olive oil,
- 1/2 tsp pepper flakes,
- 1/2 tsp dried mint.
Preparation
- In a deep pan boil 2 cups of water, add chicken breast and cook until tender, drain and let cool,
- Chop the cooked chicken breast finely,
- Add peas and carrots, yogurt, mayonnaise and garlic, mix well,
- Por the salad into a serving plate,
- Heat the oil in a sauce pan,
- Add spices, stir and remove from heat,
- Pour the sauce over the salad.
- Serve immediately
Bon appetit...